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Answered by Dr. Sree Gouri. S. R

What are the chances of pregnancy in a woman who had non-penetrative sex and took an I-pill within 48 hours of sex?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. As there was no deposition of spermatozoa and as you have taken an emergency contraceptive pill within 48 hours, the possibility of pregnancy is less. By taking an emergency contraceptive pill within 48 hours, you can expect around 75 % of protection. As you are having 28 days cycle, ovulation usually occurs around the 14th day of the cycle and may not be on the 10th day.

May 8, 2026

Is it normal to have clot discharge after taking birth control pills?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to your description, the possibilities are: During the first months of contraceptive pills, you can have some amount of menstrual irregularity, like intermenstrual spotting. It may take a few months for the flow to regularize, and missing the time or pill can lead to spots. Regarding the tissue, you mentioned it could be endometrial tissue with blood spots. Anyhow, it is better to check with a urine pregnancy test to be on the safe side.

April 27, 2026

Is uterine fibroid with cysts a side effect of Depo shot?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern. According to your description, the possibilities are a hormonal imbalance leading to thickened endometrium and menstrual irregularities. If there is any possibility of pregnancy, please go for a urine pregnancy test once to rule out a missed abortion.

April 17, 2026

Are cramps common with a missed period after an I-pill?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. As she took an emergency contraceptive pill within one hour, the possibility of pregnancy is less. The bleeding she got after 6 to 7 days could be withdrawal bleeding due to the emergency contraceptive pill. As she disturbed the natural cycle by taking a pill, it may take some time for the regularization of her cycles.

March 5, 2026

Missed period after i-pill. Hormonal imbalance?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern. According to your description, the possibility of pregnancy is less in your case. As usual, ovulation is not possible the next day after periods.

February 3, 2026

Is brown spotting a week before periods a sign of pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you took an emergency contraceptive pill within 48 hours of intercourse, you can expect around 75 % protection against pregnancy. The protection rate decreases with a delay in the intake of the pill after intercourse. The spotting you had could be due to the withdrawal effect of the pill, or, rarely may be because of implantation bleeding. So, to be sure, if you miss regular bleeding during your expected date of periods, please go for a urine pregnancy test once.

October 30, 2025

Is it normal to have an increased hCG after 48 hours?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your description, the possibilities are: You are pregnant which is indicated by urine and blood tests. Now, we have to confirm whether the pregnancy is in uterus or not. Usually blood levels of beta hCG should double in 48 hours.

July 8, 2024

Other than pregnancy kit, what can I opt to check pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Irregular periods can occur due to many causes like stress and strain, dietary changes, etc., leading to hormonal imbalance. General conditions like anemia, thyroid abnormalities, etc.

July 8, 2024

Will emergency contraceptive pills work when taken during withdrawal bleeding?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually the possibility of ovulation is less during withdrawal bleeding, so the need for emergency contraception is less. But as you took the pill already, if at all there is any possibility of pregnancy, it can help. As it has a high dose of hormone in it, it can affect your periods. Sometimes after taking emergency contraceptive pill, you may see withdrawal bleeding after 7 to 10 days.

July 2, 2024

I had a bleeding in my private area after placing some object in it. Why does it occur?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to your description, there is a possibility of injury to either hymen or vaginal mucosa. If the bleeding is minimal, which may be due to mild abrasion, that will subside usually. If the bleeding is persistent, better to consult your gynecologist once, get examined to find out the exact problem, and take treatment accordingly. I hope I have answered your query.

June 10, 2024

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